School is back in session! We are thrilled to welcome you back to Wellington for another great year.
As you make plans for the year ahead, please consider purchasing a membership in the Wellington PTA (https://wellington.givebacks.com/). Joining the PTA is the best way to support our students; these funds pay for all student-centered programs and events throughout the year. There is no expectation to volunteer when you join but your gift of time and service is always welcome!
PTA will not be sending home paper flyers this year, so please continue reading Newsblasts and watching the Wellington PTA Facebook and Instagram accounts, and of course, please mark your calendars for the following events:
September 3: First Day of School (Grades 1 – 5) September 3 – 11: Bus Greeters, 8:30 – 9:20am (volunteers needed) September 4: Staff & Teacher Appreciation Breakfast, 8:15am – 11:30am (volunteers needed) September 6: First Day of Kindergarten A-L September 9: First Day of Kindergarten M – Z September 9: Wolverine Wranglers on the Playground Begins (volunteers needed) September 10: First Day of Kindergarten A – Z (all) September 13: Donuts for Grownups, 9:15 – 10:15am September 17: Picture Day, 9am – 12:35pm (volunteers needed) September 17: Curriculum Night Kindergarten, 3/4 Split* & 4th Grade, 5:30 – 6:30pm September 23: Before & After School Programs Begin, Registration opens September 4 at noon (volunteers needed) September 24: Curriculum Night 1/2 Split*, 2nd & 3rd Grades, 5:30 – 6:30pm September 27: Hearing & Vision Testing, 12:30 – 3pm (volunteers needed) October 1: Curriculum Night 1st & 5th Grades, 5:30 – 6:30pm October 1: Maker’s Space Opens (volunteers needed) October 4: Helping Hands (volunteers needed) October 4: Costume Swap & Fall Family Fun Night, 5:30 – 7pm (volunteers needed)
*The addition of the dates for 1/2 Split and 3/4 Split Classes is not listed on the physical Save the Date flyer sent out in the PTA packets; please note this correction
Help us welcome Wolverines back to campus! Greet students as they get off the bus and out of vehicles and help them find their way to their classrooms. Then encourage all students in the hallway to go to the playground before the bell rings. The SignUp Genius link is here:
September 13: Donuts for Grownups, 9:15 – 10:15am Want to know more about Wellington or have an idea you’d like to share? Spend an hour chatting with the PTA, and we’ll talk about our plans for the year, what Wellington is like, and answer any questions you might have. Our wonderful principal, Mr. Schoenfeldt, will stay to chat. All are welcome, please remember to sign in at the office.
September 17: School Picture Day, 9am – 12:35pm (volunteers needed) Cheeeeese! Help our kiddos smile on school picture day! You’ll escort classes to the gym, help collect order forms, and generally keep everyone organized in the photo area. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/508044AAFA72EA6FA7-class
Curriculum Nights: Curriculum night is an informative night for parents & caregivers, and is a wonderful opportunity to interact with your child’s teacher. First, gather in the gym to hear from Mr. Schoenfeldt and the PTA Board, then head to your child’s classroom and learn what your kids will be doing during the school year.
September 17: Curriculum Night Kindergarten, 3/4 Split* & 4th Grade September 24: Curriculum Night 1/2 Split*, 2nd & 3rd Grades October 1: Curriculum Night 1st & 5th Grades
*The addition of the dates for 1/2 Split and 3/4 Split Classes is not listed on the physical Save the Date flyer sent out in the PTA packets; please note this correction
September 27: Hearing & Vision Testing, 12:30 – 3pm (volunteers needed) Nurse Ellen and the Hearing & Vision Testing Team conduct screenings for students, and they need volunteers to help get all Wolverines through this important health check. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/508044AAFA72EA6FA7-44575357-health
October 1: Maker’s Space Opens (volunteers needed) Does your kid need an alternative to the playground? Tell them about Maker’s Space—a place where everyone is welcome to create! Occurs every Tuesday and Thursday during lunch recess (please note, the Library Reading Room is still happening as another recess alternative but it will be run by Ms. Beavo, our awesome librarian!). https://www.signupgenius.com/go/508044AAFA72EA6FA7-wolverine
October 4: Helping Hands (volunteers needed) Get your kids excited about helping others! Our monthly Helping Hands session will take place during both recesses near the Wellington Courtyard, all students are welcome to participate. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/508044AAFA72EA6FA7-50621281-helping
October 4: Costume Swap & Fall Family Fun Night, 5:30 – 7pm (volunteers needed) It’s back! Bring in a used costume to our Family Fun Night and pick a new-to-you costume, and participate in some fun fall activities. The whole family is welcome! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/508044AAFA72EA6FA7-50986656-costume
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October Lookahead: October 1: Curriculum Night 1st & 5th Grades October 1: Wolverine Wranglers Maker’s Space Begins (volunteers needed) October 4: Helping Hands (volunteers needed) October 4: Costume Swap & Fall Family Fun Night (volunteers needed) October 7-18: Webster’s Challenge October 7: PTA General Meeting October 10: Art Docent Training October 11: Popcorn Friday (volunteers needed) October 14-18: Dance Dude October 15: PACE Information Night October 18: Glow Party (volunteers needed) October 24: Picture Retake Day (volunteers needed)
Fundraisers: Does your company match donations? Search for Wellington Elementary PTA to take advantage of this benefit if offered through your employer.
Webster’s Challenge: October 7-18 Who is Webster you ask? He is a wolverine and our Wellington mascot! Every year, Webster challenges the Wellington community to raise money to support all of our PTA activities and events. This is the biggest fundraiser of the year; more information will be coming in the October Newsblast.
Mabel’s Labels: Tired of rummaging through the Lost & Found? Label all of the things with personalized labels from Mabel’s Labels. Wellington will earn 20% of proceeds. campaigns.mabelslabels.com
Box Tops 4 Education: Yep, Box Tops still exist but they’ve gone digital! Download the free app on your phone, then submit receipts, and Wellington will earn money for applicable items. Hint, school & office supplies count too! boxtops4education.com
